Open House New York Weekend 2021

Open House New York is an annual festival of architecture and urban design. Since 2003, hundreds of museums, institutions, and private spaces have been made open to the public for tours, lectures, and special programs that connect people to the power of place.

Historic Richmond Town is offering two experiences for this year’s weekend.

Self Guided Tours of Historic Richmond Town’s Main Village See several of Historic Richmond Town’s historic homes and shops. Visit the Open House New York website for more information.

Guided Tours of the Billiou-Stillwell-Perine House. Explore the interior of the 4th oldest home in New York State. Tours will reveal the oldest section of the Billiou-Stillwell-Perine House, built in 1663. The house was first preserved by the Staten Island Historical Society in the 20th century. Alice Austen, pioneering photographer on the island and a historical society member, briefly operated a tea room out of the house. Reservations are required. Visit the Open House New York website to make a register for a tour.

Rear view of the Billiou-Stillwell-Perine House in Dongan Hills.